Frontiers

JUNE 16, 2022

Integrating knowledge regarding diagnostic challenges, clinical presentations and health promotion modalities for GD individuals. Investigating the spatial and temporal patterns, the risk factors, and underlying mechanisms of mental health problems and suicidal behaviors among sexual minorities. 8 articles | 274,000 views.

Healthcare Systems and Hospitals 98

Healthcare Systems and Hospitals Ageing and Health Reproductive Health Risk Factors 98

News Medical Health Sciences

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Skeletal muscle loss is a risk factor for developing dementia, according to a study being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

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Risk Factors 52

News Medical Health Sciences

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Prescribing anti-clotting medications to adults younger than age 65 who have atrial fibrillation (AFib) but no other risk factors for stroke did not reduce the risk of cognitive decline, stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA), according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.

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Risk Factors 52

Washington University in St. Louis - Institute for

MARCH 13, 2025

Many of these members had been assessed as high or very high risk, an indicator that the initiative is reaching the right people. A pilot phase of the NOP project, limited to three sites, found a sharp improvement in outreach, and the percentage of members who became engaged in Care Management nearly doubled.

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Risk Factors 40

Black Health Matters

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Some research suggests that African Americans may be more likely to have certain genes that increase heart disease risk. Elevated Lipoprotein(a) If you have a high level of Lp(a), you may have an increased risk for heart disease, stroke, or peripheral artery disease. Click here to learn more about elevated Lp(a). About Heart Disease.

Ethnicity and Health 98

Ethnicity and Health Risk Factors 98

Black Health Matters

JANUARY 10, 2025

White flight in the area presented opportunities for residents who had trouble locating suitable housing due to redlining. Some residents attempted to protect their homes by exposing themselves to air pollutants and other potential health risks. This can show up as being easily triggered in situations where uncertainty is present.

Climate Change and Health 98

Climate Change and Health Mental Health and Public Health Syndemics Health Inequalities 98

Black Health Matters

MARCH 10, 2025

Precursor conditions to multiple myeloma are early, often symptom-free stages of the disease where abnormal plasma cells (crucial to your immune system) are present but havent yet caused significant damage. Consider enrolling in the PROMISE study , which offers free prescreening for individuals at increased risk.

Ageing and Health 52

Ageing and Health Risk Factors 52

Black Health Matters

JUNE 15, 2024

Pruitt, an esteemed physician and medical scientist, provided us with an expert overview of lung cancer, covering everything you need to know, including an overview of the different types of lung cancer, lung cancer risk factors, diagnosis and screening, and how lung cancer affects the black community.

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Risk Factors Ageing and Health 52

Black Health Matters

JANUARY 9, 2025

Sam Lim, Chief of Rheumatology at Grady Health System, and his team examined this connection in a study presented at the American College of Rheumatology, and their findings were eye-opening. “Nearly 80% of patients, most of whom were Black women, screened positive for at least one social risk factor,” Dr. Lim said.

Social Determinants of Health 52

Social Determinants of Health Healthcare Systems and Hospitals Health Education and Training Organizations Risk Factors 52

Mercola

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Holick presented research showing that even seemingly healthy individuals sometimes have evidence of osteomalacia, highlighting the subtle but significant impact of vitamin D deficiency on bone health. Deficiency increases your risk of infections, including respiratory illnesses.

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention 85

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Ethnicity and Health Ageing and Health Risk Factors 85

Black Health Matters

JUNE 15, 2024

Barned: I have dedicated myself to educating others on the fact that anyone with lungs can get lung cancer, and that if you have certain risk factors to request screening for lung cancer.

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Risk Factors 52

Mercola

JANUARY 15, 2025

9 Other Factors That Play a Role in Inaccurate GDM Diagnosis Another study published in Diabetes Spectrum 10 identified additional risk factors that complicate GDM diagnosis. While these indicators are helpful, they miss a significant portion of women at risk.

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention 52

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Risk Factors Ageing and Health Ethnicity and Health 52

Mercola

MARCH 17, 2025

Glucose intolerance occurs Contrary to industry claims that artificial sweeteners are healthy, the study revealed the opposite aspartame interferes with insulin signaling and contributes to glucose intolerance, making them hidden risk factors for metabolic disorders.

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention 89

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Risk Factors 89

Black Health Matters

JULY 15, 2024

Epigenetic aging presents a precise picture of how one’s cells are aging instead of chronological age. This dispels that all it takes is improvements in financial equity to overcome risk factors. ” Study Findings The study found that epigenetic aging can be impacted by exposure to racism.

Socioeconomic Status and Health 59

Socioeconomic Status and Health Mental Health and Public Health Ageing and Health Risk Factors 59

Mercola

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

People who work directly with atrazine, like farmers and pesticide applicators, have a higher risk of exposure through skin contact and inhalation. 5 Atrazine is also present in dust and air, particularly in agricultural areas, posing another potential exposure route.

Environmental Health and Safety 75

Environmental Health and Safety Ageing and Health Risk Factors 75

Mercola

JANUARY 29, 2025

Diagnosing and Understanding IBD IBD, a chronic condition affecting the gastrointestinal tract, presents several risk factors that complicate its management. Misdiagnosis is a common issue, often due to the reliance on symptom-based assessments and the variability in disease presentation.

Healthcare Systems and Hospitals 77

Healthcare Systems and Hospitals Ageing and Health Risk Factors 77

Mercola

JANUARY 1, 2025

10 Chlorinated Water Linked to Higher Colorectal Cancer Risk in Men In another study, conducted in Sweden, researchers delved into how long-term exposure to trihalomethanes (THMs) in chlorinated drinking water influence the chances of developing colorectal cancer. 15 Biologically, THMs are reactive substances.

Environmental Health and Safety 64

Environmental Health and Safety Risk Factors Ageing and Health 64

Mercola

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

In addition, we observed an increasing tendency in HDL levels … It seems that consuming ACV as a functional food along with medications can reduce cardiovascular disease risk factors in diabetic patients.” The mechanism behind these effects is again primarily attributed to the acetic acid present in ACV.

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Risk Factors 62

Mercola

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Get a blood lead test for yourself and your children Regularly monitor blood lead levels for yourself and your family, especially if you reside in an older home or a high-risk area. Children under 5 should be tested at ages 1 and 2, and again at 3 and 4 if risk factors are present.

Mental Health and Public Health 69

Mental Health and Public Health Ageing and Health Nutrition and Public Health Academic and Research Institutions 69

Mercola

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The compounding effect of diabetes management and vitamin deficiency presents a significant challenge for maintaining both physical and mental health. Patients on long-term metformin therapy should discuss supplementation options with their health care providers to determine the best approach based on individual needs and risk factors.

Nutrition and Public Health 63

Nutrition and Public Health Mental Health and Public Health Ageing and Health Risk Factors 63

Association of Health Care Journalists

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

But the risk related to route of exposure will vary by substance. Why skin contact from formaldehyde in baby shampoo is not a risk factor for cancer, there is evidence showing increased risk of ovarian cancer from skin contact with talcum powder — including that used with sanitary napkins or tampons.

Tobacco Control and Public Health Advocacy 105

Tobacco Control and Public Health Advocacy Climate Change and Health Health Policy and Advocacy Organizations Risk Factors 105

Mercola

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Calcitriol exerts its effects by binding to the vitamin D receptor (VDR), a nuclear receptor present in most cells of your body. Unlike drugs, which are typically absent from the body before intervention, vitamin D is already present at varying levels in individuals.

Mental Health and Public Health 85

Mental Health and Public Health Maternal and Child Health Climate Change and Health Ageing and Health 85

Mercola

JANUARY 30, 2025

By addressing both weight and metabolic factors, you mitigate Alzheimer's risk and support better cognitive health outcomes. Understanding the Role of Fat in Cognitive Health Alzheimer's is a complex condition with several risk factors, including age, genetics and lifestyle choices.

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention 72

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Ageing and Health Risk Factors 72

Mercola

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This lack of knowledge means that even when symptoms are present, they might not be linked back to UPF consumption. Furthermore, health care providers don't always consider dietary habits as a primary factor in muscle health, focusing instead on more conventional risk factors like physical inactivity, age or chronic diseases.

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention 73

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Ageing and Health Risk Factors 73

BU School of Public Health Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Lisa Sullivan, associate dean for education, presents during a live session for SPH’s Online MPH Program. The way we measure risk factors and health outcomes, the way we’re able to disaggregate groups of people who have very different experiences matters for our work in public health.

Mental Health and Public Health 52

Mental Health and Public Health Ethnicity and Health Climate Change and Health Health Equity 52

Mercola

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Understanding Dysmenorrhea and Depression The primary risk factors of dysmenorrhea include hormonal imbalances and genetic predispositions. Health care providers are encouraged to screen for depression in women presenting with menstrual pain, leading to more comprehensive and effective pain management strategies.

Ageing and Health 59

Ageing and Health Risk Factors 59

Mercola

JANUARY 6, 2025

However, in a recent study, researchers found no direct correlation between serum vitamin D levels and cytokine concentrations, suggesting that vitamin D's regulatory effects might depend on other factors or thresholds yet to be fully understood. This imbalance could be a key factor in why psoriasis develops or worsens.

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention 65

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Ageing and Health Risk Factors 65

Institute of Public Health

MAY 30, 2023

IPH Public Health Development Officers, Dr Joanna Purdy and Dr Ciara Reynolds, were among the many delegates to present at the April conference.

Tobacco Control and Public Health Advocacy 52

Tobacco Control and Public Health Advocacy Mental Health and Public Health Mental Health Services Health Policy 52

Gideon

APRIL 29, 2021

Individuals at increased risk include patients with diabetes, cancer, HIV/AIDS , and other conditions that compromise the immune system. Hospitalization is in itself a risk factor for S. Intravenous drug users may introduce the bacteria into various tissues and/or the bloodstream. aureus infection.

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Risk Factors 52

Mercola

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Besides aging, other risk factors include heavy alcohol use, smoking, diabetes, exposure to harmful substances, certain medications and eye injuries. Besides aging, other risk factors include heavy alcohol use, smoking, diabetes, exposure to harmful substances, certain medications and eye injuries. 2 Currently, about 24.4

Ageing and Health 54

Ageing and Health Risk Factors 54

Mercola

JANUARY 26, 2025

By staying informed about the latest research and maintaining a proactive approach to thyroid health, you significantly reduce your risk of this often-overlooked endocrine disorder. Risk factors for thyroid disorders include age, gender, genetics and iodine either too much or too little.

Health Education and Training Organizations 61

Health Education and Training Organizations Ageing and Health Water Risk Factors 61

Public Healthy

APRIL 17, 2019

Normal people having normal conversations don’t say ‘risk factor’ or ‘morbidity’, do they? Yeah, you do. Even if you’re immune to management speak, the public health bit of public health is also full of jargon. We often don’t even refer to people as people, they become ‘service users’, or NEETs , or something equally impersonal.

Social Determinants of Health 40

Social Determinants of Health Risk Factors Health Communication 40

Mercola

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Inguinal Hernia Epidemiology and Risk Factors Inguinal hernias represent a significant medical condition affecting approximately 7.7% While women can develop inguinal hernias, their incidence is notably lower, typically occurring in conjunction with risk factors such as obesity, previous pregnancies, or chronic cough conditions.

Ageing and Health 56

Ageing and Health Risk Factors Healthcare Systems and Hospitals 56

Frontiers

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The use of a geroscience-guided approach, which strives to understand the genetic, molecular, and cellular mechanisms that make aging a major risk factor for common chronic age-related diseases, will enable researchers to make meaningful progress in the field. At the present time, there are great opportunities in both of these fields.

Ageing and Health 91

Ageing and Health Risk Factors 91

Mercola

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Recognizing the signs of this condition and understanding its risk factors helps save lives and reduce unnecessary hospitalizations. Patients frequently present with musculoskeletal pain, bruising and fatigue, which are mistaken for vasculitis, autoimmune disorders or other nutritional deficiencies.

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention 60

Obesity and Chronic Disease Prevention Socioeconomic Status and Health Risk Factors 60

Mercola

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

These findings come from two studies presented at the 2024 American Heart Association Hypertension Scientific Sessions in early September. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the lead research of the second study, says: "Hypertension can begin in childhood, and it's a risk factor for heart disease and stroke.

Ageing and Health 59

Ageing and Health Risk Factors Nutrition and Public Health Social Determinants of Health 59

Mercola

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Many diagnoses rely on symptoms like frequent urination or a burning sensation, yet these arent always present. Other risk factors include dehydration, holding urine for too long and certain medical conditions like diabetes, which affects your immune systems ability to fight infections.

Mental Health and Public Health 80

Mental Health and Public Health Ageing and Health Risk Factors 80